Conscience Quote by Jeremy Taylor
“In matters of conscience that is the best sense which every wise man takes in before he hath sullied his understanding with the designs of sophisters and interested persons.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: The Rule of Faith, 1650
A wise person should trust his own conscience before being corrupted by clever deceivers or self‑interested people.
In simple terms: Trust your conscience before being misled.
Key Takeaway
Listen to inner moral compass.
Themes
ethics
wisdom
integrity
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- political discourse
- legal judgments
- media consumption
Key Concepts
conscience
sophistry
self‑interest
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize when your judgment is being manipulated?
- What practices keep your conscience clear?
A Different Perspective
Even a clear conscience can be swayed by persuasive rhetoric.
